An exhibition celebrating the history and evolution of the ILR School, from its founding in 1945 to the present day, will be on display in the Catherwood Library lobby as part of Cornell Reunion Weekend. Catherwood, located in the ILR School, is part of Cornell University Library.

The exhibit, “A Living Institution: ILR at 80,” will be unveiled on Friday, June 6, and will feature a chat with exhibit curators, Katie Keegan and Claire Deng ’22, from 10 a.m. to noon. 

From 1 to 3 p.m., the Kheel Center for Labor-Management Documentation and Archives in Catherwood Library will also host a mini version of Catherwood’s Cookie Day – including a cookie-themed craft activity for children – and will host a tour of Catherwood Library and the Kheel Center following the ILR Dean’s Breakfast on Saturday, June 7, at 9:45 a.m.   

“The exhibit’s title is derived from ILR Dean David Lipsky reflecting on the history of the college and its founders – Irving Ives, Maurice Neufeld, Jean McKelvey, and others – turning the dream they had for the ILR School into ‘a living institution,’” Deng explained. 

“I think this phrase encapsulates the idea that ILR is constantly changing and evolving, and it honors the work that so many people have done and are doing here to keep the founders’ dream alive and well.”

The display will feature a captivating collection of historic photographs, memorabilia, and pamphlets, highlighting the remarkable individuals, significant places, and notable achievements that have shaped ILR over the past 80 years.

Read the whole story on the ILR website. 
Julie Greco is the Communications Director for the ILR School.